Weaknesses:

His track record with injuries is bound to be a concern to Villa's recruitment team.

He appears to be over his injury hell, but clearly has a weak knee.

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He's a new name, but we know that boss Steve Bruce will be looking for British talent and players who have performed well in either the Championship or the Premier League in the past. A striker is not an immediate concern but if Gestede was to leave, Villa would look to replace him.

Would he be a good fit?

Bruce loves a grafter and will also be encouraged by the fact Hogan knows what it's like to work outside football during his non-league days.

So far this term Villa have been unable to find the right blend up front and have relied too heavily on Jonathan Kodjia's goals.

With the top scorer departing for the African Cup of Nations next month, a new arrival would help offset that loss.